Image and Etiquette

An Amazing Fashion Exhibition in NYC – A Disappointing First Lady’s Inaugural Ensemble

Often called “ the designer’s designer,” Cuban-born Isabel Toledo was little known outside fashion’s inner sanctum until First Lady Michelle Obama selected her shift dress and coat for the January Inauguration Ceremony. Last week in NYC, I visited The Museum at FIT (Fashion Institute of Technology) for an exhibition of Isabel’s work.

Posted on August 12th, 2009 by Diane
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This Summer, Accessories Rule

Not just one specific thing, like the Pashmina craze that recently swept across the planet.  I’m talking about every single accessory category a girl could crave, with the possible exception of millinery. The timing is perfection itself – great news in a season of closely trimmed clothing budgets.  All these accessories provide a much-needed boost [...]

Posted on July 9th, 2009 by Diane
Filed under: Accessories, Fashion | No Comments »